Narcissistic Personality Disorders is a mental condition in which some people have an inflated sense of their own self importance, as well as a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, troubled relationships and lack of empathy for others. Deep inside the narcissist deals with extreme confidence issues, low self esteem and is vulnerable to criticism.
The Personality disorder causes major issues in many parts of the narcissist life , such as relationships, work, school and even financial affairs. People who suffer from NPD may be unhappy and disappointed when they are not given special favors or the admiration they believe they deserve. Treatment for the personality disorder is centered around therapy (psychotherapy).
Symptoms
Have an exaggerated sense of self importance.
Have a sense of entitlement and requires constant excessive admiration
Expect to be recognized as superior even without achievements that warrant it
Exaggerate achievements and talents
Be envious of others and believe others envy them
Narcissist have trouble handling anything they perceive as criticism
Become Impatient or angry when they don't receive special treatment
Have significant interpersonal problems and easily feel slighted
Have difficulty regulating emotions and behavior
It is not known what causes NPD
However NPD may be linked to
Environment- Mismatch in parent child relationships with excessive adoration attuned to the Childs experience.
Genetics- Inherited characteristics
Neurobiology- The connection between the brain and behavior and thinking
Risk Factors
NPD Affects more males than females, and it often begins in the teens or early adulthood.
Keep in mind that, although some some children may show traits of narcissism, it may simply be typical of their age and doesn't mean they'll go on to develop narcissistic personality disorder. The cause of NPD isn't known, some researchers think that in biologically vulnerable children, parenting styles that are overprotective or neglectful may have an impact.
PREVENTION
There is no way to prevent their condition.
Get treatment as soon as possible
Participate in family therapy to learn unhealthy ways to communicate or to cope with conflicts or emotional distress
Attend parenting classes and seek guidance from therapist or social workers if needed.
